2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 36 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
